I have another special needs hedgehog. Drum roll please. Introducing…. Hattie! Hattie arrived at the rescue, as a tiny hoglet last autumn, unfortunately, she has trouble walking. The vet thinks she has a neurological problem, she can use all her legs but has no coordination at all and rolls about. All four legs seem to …
The wildlife unit, as always at this time of the year, is dominated by chicks, along with rabbit kits. The corvidae chicks are always the loudest, and the most demanding. They are also highly intelligent so it’s fairly easy to get them feeding themselves. I’m a huge fan of jackdaw chicks, I find them fascinating, …
Patience, it seems, is a good quality for a gardener to have, that, and endless optimism. This white clematis was planted six years ago, I had three old dogs at the time. Heartbreakingly, they all died, one after another, and then Sam and Annie arrived as pups, and took an immediate fancy to it, along with …
I was surprised to see how low the water levels in the Lakes were, especially as the area had flooded in December. Many bridges had been washed away, forcing us to take the long route around rivers and brooks. Even aged stepping stones had been swept away. We were even able to walk into this …
It’s been a little chaotic around here this week. Caring for six NOISY, demanding, intelligent starling chicks has had me spinning! Buddy has also been here which was a little unnerving, as he has that strong terrier prey drive, so obsessing about closing multiple doors, to keep him away from the chicks had me feeling …
I seem to be falling behind blogging-wise, of late, I simply don’t seem to have a spare minute. My to-do list is growing ever longer and things like housework have bitten the dust. So, here’s a little of what I’ve been up to. Finally, the veggie patch has been weeded, and seeds have been sown, …
Imagine my surprise when stumbling across four juvenile peacocks gathered around my neighbour’s front door. I was concerned for their safety, as we are horribly close to a duel carriageway and I know how long it takes for large birds to become airborne. Fortunately, after an hour or so, they all hopped up on a …
Buddy…..get OFF that pot! How are plants to grow??? Busy, busy busy! Grow little seeds, whispered the breeze.. Oh…the joys of spring! Apricots this year? One can dream… Ah…yes. You are gorgeous. So are you, little one. Not ravaged by running beasts. Yet! Big, blousy and adorable. Small, blousy and adorable. Oh, where did you …
The laughing corner in the botanical gardens. Come on….a girl has to give it a go… It was a shock to the system experiencing the cooler temperatures of Hong Kong after the heat of Singapore and Bali, most refreshing though! Wrapping up and donning boots felt rather strange. It was also odd being back in …
It’s always lovely returning home. I do miss all the critters, at home and at the rescue. It’s odd having nothing to take care of! Orphan chicks are already arriving at the rescue, and I just love hand-feeding them, one of my favourite jobs! Apparently, Curly was an utter nightmare while we were away. Poor Barbara, next …
